City of Charlotte Adopts Fiscal Year 2026 Budget

Charlotte City Council has unanimously approved the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Budget. It maintains the lowest tax rate among major North Carolina cities without raising property taxes. Highlights include establishing the Office of Youth Opportunities, investing $2.5M in sustainable infrastructure and electric vehicles, allocating $1.8M for affordable housing, and expanding the Education to Employment (E2E) program.

🎞️ A Day in the Life at CharMeck 311

What’s it really like working at Charlotte’s CharMeck 311? Meet team members Raiza (Senior CSR), Kesha White (Lead CSR), and Djanene Delille-Douglas (Workforce Management Analyst) as they share insights into their roles, teamwork, career growth, and the supportive culture at the city’s contact center.

🎞️ Connecting in Spanish: Community Forum Links Residents to Resources and Services

A Spanish-language community forum was held in May at the Latin American Coalition featuring the City of Charlotte, CMPD, the Mecklenburg County Sherriff's Office, and Charlotte Center for Legal Advocacy, where attendees learned about local resources and asked questions to law enforcement and legal experts - all in Spanish.

This event was organized by CharLatinos, an employee resource network (ERN) within the City of Charlotte. CharMeck 311 was there to connect Spanish-speaking residents with city services and resources.

Hoover Townes Breaks Ground: 39 Affordable Townhomes Coming to West Sugar Creek

Charlotte broke ground on Hoover Townes, a new affordable housing community bringing 39 townhomes to the former Economy Inn site near Sugar Creek Road and I-85. This development, led by Prosperity Alliance and True Homes, provides attainable homeownership options for first-time buyers, with up to $80,000 in down-payment assistance available through House Charlotte Plus.

Construction is set for completion in 2026. To learn more or join the waitlist, visit Prosperity Alliance.
 

Bishop Madison Homes Breaks Ground: 9 Affordable Houses Rising Near Rosa Parks Transit Center

A new housing development, Bishop Madison Homes, broke ground in west Charlotte. Led by Urban Trends Collective, the community will offer nine single-family homes near the Rosa Parks Transit Center, targeting buyers earning 80% or less of area median income (AMI).

The development is supported by the City of Charlotte's Housing Trust Fund. Qualified buyers will receive down payment assistance through the House Charlotte program.

National Homeownership Month Spotlight: Zayn’s Journey

To mark National Homeownership Month, we’re sharing how Zayn, a mom of two, turned her dream of ownership into reality with House Charlotte down-payment assistance. While her story highlights this program, the city offers a full spectrum of housing help, including emergency assistance, home repair, and affordable rentals. Explore these resources at the Housing page.

UDO Affordable Housing Incentives

Charlotte's UDO has special tools to help build more affordable homes in certain parts of the city. Check out this new web page that explains the different incentives available based on development type.

Katie Blessing Youth Behavioral Health Center: Progress Update

Charlotte City Council approved $2.5 million to help launch the Katie Blessing Center in East Charlotte to provide mental and behavioral health services to children across the region. Since August 2024, the project has made big strides toward a 2026 opening.

Phase 1 will offer 48 inpatient beds, telehealth, recreation spaces, an outdoor courtyard, and a Behavioral Health Urgent Care.

Phase 2 - a three-story addition - will follow in 2027.

Learn more about the center’s beginnings: cltgov.me/kbc

Register Your National Night Out Event by July 21!

Celebrate National Night Out (NNO) on Tuesday, August 5! This annual event brings neighbors and police together to strengthen community bonds and promote neighborhood safety. If your neighborhood or group is hosting an event, register by July 21 to ensure CMPD participation.

Navigating City Services: Strategic Mobility Plan & New Investment Areas

Join our virtual info session on June 25 (6:00–7:30 PM) to learn about Charlotte’s Strategic Mobility Plan and the new Strategic Investment Areas (SIA) Pilot Program. Discover how the city is improving safety, accessibility, and equity in transportation - breaking large projects into quicker, impactful improvements for our community.

National Pollinator Month — June 2025

The City of Charlotte’s Landscape Management team is celebrating National Pollinator Month free public events all month long. While June is full of ways to learn about and support pollinators, many of the key events are happening during National Pollinator Week (June 16-22).

Featured Collaboration
Balconies in Bloom: Pollinator Gardens in Small Spaces

• Tuesday, June 17, 6 - 8 p.m.
• Keep Charlotte Beautiful and the HNS Training Team will show you how to turn a balcony, porch, or patio into a mini-pollinator haven. Learn container-garden design, pick up a plant guide, and take home seeds and supplies.
• Registration required; location sent after sign-up.

Check out all of the events throughout the week.

Keeping Charlotte Moving: City of Charlotte’s Truck Parking Tool

University City Partners (UCP) recently shared how the city of Charlotte is making life easier for truck drivers with the launch of a powerful new Commercial Truck Parking Tool. In this video, Jerry Green, Code Enforcement Division Manager, walks us through how this mobile-friendly resource helps truckers locate safe, legal, and convenient parking with just a few taps.

🏗️ Code Enforcement Tip of the Month

Large commercial vehicles (rollbacks, semi-trucks, etc.) are not allowed on residentially zoned property.  A violation of this ordinance could result in escalating fines up to $500/day.

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